Ned Burgess ( NC, 1868-1958), Rare Published Hen Bluebill from Mose White Rig

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930, carved and painted wood, published on page 124 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 14.5 in.

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen Charlotte, North Carolina

Purchased from Loyce Twiford on October 30, 2012. Her father was Mose White.

Mose White was a famous juniper logger from South Mills, North Carolina. He provided juniper to Ned Burgess. Mose White had a stand of about seventy Burgess decoys. They were used sparingly and stored in pristine condition in the 1950`s. Collectors regard Burgess decoys from the Mose White rig as some of his best work.

Original paint with light gunning wear.